Podcast appearances and mentions of Mindy Kaling

Hey BA Fam! In this episode, Mandi sits down with the unstoppable comic genius and *Official!* New York Times Bestselling author Zarna Garg to unpack her remarkable journey from stay-at-home mom to comedy superstar in her mid-40s. Less than a decade ago, Zarna was packing snacks for her kids' sports teams and tracking down missing socks in the laundry. Today, she's celebrating the release of her new book, "This American Woman: A One in a Billion Memoir", helming a sitcom pilot with comedy icons like Mindy Kaling and Kevin Hart and performing for sold-out audiences around the country. In this candid interview, Zarna gets real about the highs and lows of juggling motherhood, cultural expectations, and a career in the pressure cooker of New York City. She shares hard-earned wisdom on self-acceptance, resilience, and why women should never be afraid to think big. Follow Zarna: https://www.tiktok.com/@zarnagarg https://www.instagram.com/zarnagarg See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today, Alexander Skarsgård is in the midst of promoting a movie we’ve been desperately waiting to see, but all anyone will talk about are his viral shorts. Plus, Reneé Rapp has released the first single from her upcoming album and it contains some pretty scandalous lyrics about her time working for Mindy Kaling on The Sex Lives Of College Girls. And after weeks of speculation that the Beckham family is locked in a feud, Brooklyn posted a caption to Instagram that seemingly confirms the theories are true, but it was a second photo posted by another member of the family that was even more telling. Subscribe to MamamiaGET IN TOUCH:Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP!Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. THE END BITSThe Spill podcast is on Instagram here.Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Subscribe to MamamiaCREDITSHosts: Laura Brodnik and Ksenija LukichExecutive Producer: Monisha IswaranAudio Producer: Scott StronachBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Ike are the biggest Kate Hudson fans! Actor Ike Barinholtz (The Mindy Project, The Studio, Running Point) joins Rob Lowe to talk about their mutual friends Kate Hudson and Amy Poehler, the time Ike ate the coconut cake Tom Cruise gifted to Mindy Kaling, Rob's look-a-like in the Lakers organization, doing improv in Amsterdam with Seth Meyers, and much more.Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show!

You know that moment when you're frantically getting everyone out the door while your 7-year-old suddenly can't find their favorite shirt, your partner hasn't noticed the lunch boxes still need packing, and your work phone is already pinging with messages? That's not just chaos—it's a neurological perfect storm. Your cortisol is peaking, your executive function is overwhelmed, and your brain is desperately seeking control. No wonder you snap.In this tactical finale of our Let Them Theory series, I'm giving you specific scripts, science-backed strategies, and real solutions for applying Mel Robbins' viral concept during your most triggering moments as a working mom.What You'll Discover:The Morning Rush Revolution: Why your brain is biologically wired for control during mornings and the 3-step approach that transforms chaos into calm—without requiring everyone to magically cooperate. Learn the science-backed "Let Them" technique actually builds stronger emotional regulation in your children while preserving your energy.The 5-Minute Work-Home Transition Ritual: Discover why women experience 30% more cognitive role transitions than men and how to consciously shift from your work mindset to your home presence without depleting yourself. I'll share the exact practice that helps my clients (and Mindy Kaling!) break free from constantly checking work emails and finally be present with their family.The Partnership Dynamic Shift: Learn communication scripts that create alignment without micromanagement, plus research-backed insights on addressing genuinely unfair household labor division. I'll reveal how my client Brittany transformed her relationship by breaking the "borrowed worthiness" cycle that had her walking on eggshells around her partner.Plus, my signature 30-Second Reset technique that neurologically rewires your brain for greater calm and presence the moment you feel triggered to control a situation.By the end of this episode, you'll have a practical toolbox for those moments when your energy gets hijacked by others, allowing you to move through your day with confidence instead of control. Imagine six months from now—lighter mornings, more fulfilling work hours, and precious evening moments actually spent connecting rather than correcting.This isn't about adding another technique to your already overflowing plate. It's about removing the exhausting pattern that's been draining you for years.Resources Mentioned:Calm Mind Blueprint: My 5-day journaling challenge to break free from control patterns & overwhelm, with daily prompts and voice guidance via private podcast. www.samanthahawley.com/calm-mimd-podPeace and Confidence Collective: Application now open for working moms ready to transform their relationship with control, overwhelm, and worth. Click here for no-strings-attached assessmentPrivate Coaching: 2 spots available. Click for applicationThis episode is perfect for the working mom who's exhausted from trying to control everything and everyone—from chaotic mornings to misaligned partnerships. Ready to reclaim the energy you're wasting on trying to manage everyone else? This is your permission slip to let them...and finally focus on you.

Description: Melissa Radke is the best friend you never knew you always wanted with a Texas-sized heart and sense of humor to match. She's also an author, speaker, TV personality, and For the Love fan-favorite, best known for her gut-busting sense of humor, deep honesty, and fierce Southern sass. Melissa first gained a national following with her viral videos about parenting and real life, which led to a reality show (The Radkes) and a bestselling book (Eat Cake. Be Brave.) A fierce advocate for women finding their voice—especially in midlife—Melissa brings laughter and tears to everything she touches. Her newest project, Chicken Fried Women, a collection of stories (with a companion podcast series) celebrates the women—battered on the outside, tender on the inside, some salty, some spicy—who made us who we are. In this life-giving conversation filled with snort-laughs and tears, we talk about:  The incredible women who raised us, taught us, prayed for us, and even humbled us when we needed it most The stories that have become legend in our families—Melissa tells a story about her Aunt Melba helping her mother with fastening her girdle in a cramped church bathroom stall that left Jen and Amy in stitches The friends who have shown up for us in times of crisis with remedies and solutions that we never could have fathomed for ourselves Thought-provoking Quotes: “I have always thought that people who have an innate gift to find and communicate humor, even in the midst of sorrow, possess a gift of healing. And I can't number how many times I have been on the other side of someone else's gift of humor and it has restored me in a way that literally nothing else could.” – Jen Hatmaker “Don't waste another second being around someone who makes you feel like you're too much. Go sit at a different table. Find a different circle.” – Melissa Radke “I am fully committed, as committed as I am to Christ, to the moo-moo. I make no apologies and I thank the person who rebranded it by calling it a kaftan.” – Melissa Radke Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Eat Cake & Be Brave: The Funny Formula For Life With Melissa Radke - https://bit.ly/4j29Yxm Fierce, Free & Full of Questions: Melissa Radke Gets Jen to Tell it All - https://bit.ly/4lkzm2Q The Radkes - https://www.usanetwork.com/the-radkes Saturday Night Live's Five Timer's Club - https://www.nbc.com/nbc-insider/snl-fiver-timers-club-member-hosts Chicken-Fried Women: Friendship, Kinship, and the Women Who Made Us This Way by Melissa Radke - https://amzn.to/3FS6azY The Chicken Fried Women Podcast - https://www.melissaradke.com/podcast Erma Bombeck - https://amzn.to/3DT9NoL Leanne Morgan - https://www.leannemorgan.com/ Tina Fey - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0275486/ Amy Poehler - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0688132/ Mindy Kaling - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1411676/ She's in Love with the Boy by Trisha Yearwood - https://open.spotify.com/track/4EJvW4NHAk7TrIeX44jjXF Guest's Links: Website - https://www.melissaradke.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/msmelissaradke/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MelissaRadkeStretchMarks/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaRadke TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@melissaradke Podcast - https://www.melissaradke.com/podcast Connect with Jen!Jen's Website - https://jenhatmaker.com/ Jen's Instagram - https://instagram.com/jenhatmakerJen's Twitter - https://twitter.com/jenHatmaker/ Jen's Facebook - https://facebook.com/jenhatmakerJen's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/JenHatmaker The For the Love Podcast is presented by Audacy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Diane chats with DAVID STASSEN, EP/Showrunner of Netflix's RUNNING POINT, and longtime Mindy Kaling collaborator. Andy and Diane talk about the comfort watch of THE FOUR SEASONS, why HACKS and THE STUDIO continue to nail showbiz so well and do it with great jokes, and the increasing tension & craziness of YOUR FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS. We also preview upcoming premieres!

Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs rejected a plea deal offer on Thursday. The 55-year-old recording artist is facing federal charges that include sex trafficking and racketeering. He has pleaded not guilty. Jury selection is set to begin on Monday for his trial. The TSA says about 1 in every 5 flyers are showing up to airports without a Real ID, passport or other compliant ID, meaning they could have major travel troubles when the Real ID requirements take effect next week. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more. R.E.M. is releasing a new "Radio Free Europe" remix to raise money for the real Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty ahead of World Press Freedom Day. First on CBS Mornings, CBS News' Anthony Mason speaks with former R.E.M. frontman Michael Stipe about the remix & the importance of RFE. In the "Kindness 101," Steve Hartman and his children are sharing a lesson in equality. A young girl loved to play with Army toys, but noticed there were no female soldiers. Hartman reconnects with the girl years after she decided to take action. Actor Connie Britton played Tami Taylor on "Friday Night Lights." She's drawing on her real life parenting experience in her new show on the Hallmark Channel, "The Motherhood." In each episode, Britton and her team of experts, the "Neighborhood Ladies," help a single mother with everything from parenting strategies to wardrobe. Zarna Garg broke into comedy when she was 45 years old. Since then, the former stay-at-home mom's career has skyrocketed, from touring with Amy Poehler and Tina Fey to working with Mindy Kaling and Kevin Hart. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more on her journey. Ballerina Misty Copeland made history nearly a decade ago as the first Black female principal dancer at the American Ballet Theatre. Her new book, "Letters to Misty: How to Move Through Life with Confidence and Grace" offers advice on issues like body image and friendship, based on letters she's received from fans throughout her career. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the show today, preparations for the Met Gala are in full swing for the entertainment elite, but a bigger and more sinister story will be unfolding on that same day.Plus, BJ Novak has a famous new girlfriend, and it’s safe to say that people are absolutely livid about it, all due to a relationship we’re not supposed to mention.And two famous Aussie cook book authors are currently locked in a battle over recipe ownership, now we need to unpack exactly what has happened and the new allegations that have just come to light. GET IN TOUCH:Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP!THE END BITSThe Spill podcast is on Instagram here.Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here.Subscribe to MamamiaCREDITSHosts: Laura Brodnik & Kelly McCarrenExecutive Producer: Amy KimballAudio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we dive deep into Meghan Markle's latest show, discussing the numerous criticisms surrounding her perceived inauthenticity and phony behavior. We highlight her effort to repackage herself with a 'domestic' image, focusing on activities like cooking, gardening, and making bath salts, all coming across as overly staged and insincere. Meghan's interactions, including her relationship with Mindy Kaling and her selective inclusion of people at her wedding, are scrutinized. The episode also touches on broader topics of race, media portrayal, and Meghan's controversial departure from royal duties.

Hey Doc —So… are you a Meghan or a Mindy?This episode was inspired by With Love, Meghan on Netflix — and one very honest moment between Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and her guest, Mindy Kaling.Meghan? Fully in her element: cooking, entertaining, feeding people with joy. Mindy? Fully supportive — and also like, “Yeah, I pay someone for that.”Both women were showing up with clarity. And that got me thinking: Why do so many Physician moms feel like they have to pick a side — and then explain it to everyone?Here's what I'm unpacking in this episode:

This is an encore episode of ‘The View.' The co-hosts will return live with all-new episodes Tuesday, April 22 on ABC! After Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett sparked outrage from some of Pres. Trump's supporters for siding with liberals against the president's bid to freeze $2 billion in foreign aid, the co-hosts weigh in. Then, after a group of friends disagree on politics in the latest episode of "The White Lotus," the co-hosts weigh in. Mindy Kaling discusses hitting the red carpet at the Oscars, becoming the first South Asian woman to get a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the real life story behind her new series, "Running Point." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mitchell Travers is an American Costume Designer who has cultivated a character-heavy portfolio of work for multiple titles. His breakout work on Bo Burnham's A24 indie hit Eighth Grade, which earned him a spot on Variety's Artisan's Impact Report.He was tasked to transform Emma Thompson into a chic pantsuit-sporting Late Night TV host in Mindy Kaling's Late Night, directed by Nisha Ganatra. His striking work on Lorene Scafaria's critically acclaimed Hustlers earned him a nomination for the Costume Designer's Guild Awards that year.Mitchell's more recent projects include Home Before Dark, directed by Jon Chu for Apple TV+, Lin Manuel Miranda's upcoming musical In The Heights and The Eyes of Tammy Faye starring Jessica Chastain and directed by Michael Showalter.Before beginning his own work, Travers spent ten years as Associate Costume Designer on projects including Oceans 8, Saturday Night Live, The Amazing Spider-Man 2, The Bourne Legacy, Joy, The Blacklist & 30 Rock. Travers was educated at the University of Connecticut receiving dual BFA degrees in Costume Design and Puppetry. He splits his time between New York and Los Angeles.

In episode 2 of Jacqueline Month, there is basketball, Kate Hudson, Max Greenfield, Brenda Song, STL, pastries, books, Kelsea Ballerini, and puppies. All in all a fairly accurate description of what Jacq likes. The girls talk about Mindy Kaling's (Netflix's) Running Point and their adventure to STL for all the birthday things. It is still shocking that they went to The Novel Neighbor and no copies of The Great Gatsby were obtained. Happy listening! (And thanks Catie from Novel Neighbor for talking with us for over an hour about books, you're the best.) Follow LTP on Social Media

It is a privilege to welcome Kimberly McLeod to The Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.  Kimberly is the creator of The Best Ideas for Kids. This platform provides busy parents, teachers, and childcare providers with ideas that entertain children and spark creativity and learning.  These ideas include DIY crafts, screen-free activities, recipes, and printable worksheets for hours.   She has been featured on Good Housekeeping and TODAY. She has developed a community of nearly 3 million social media followers, including high-profile celebrities such as Alanis Morrissette and Mindy Kaling.On this edition of The Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast, Kimberly McLeod spoke about how The Best Ideas for Kids went viral on social media and shared some non-chocolate ideas for Easter baskets this year.Let's connect on social media: A) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JacobElyachar/B) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacobelyachar/C) Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jacobelyacharD) Twitter (X): https://x.com/JacobElyacharE) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JacobElyacharBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jake-s-take-with-jacob-elyachar--4112003/support.

In this episode of One More Thing Before You Go: Over the Teacup Sunday, Michael and Diane sit down to discuss the Netflix sports-comedy hit Running Point. This lively series follows Isla Gordon, played by Kate Hudson, as she unexpectedly becomes the president of her family's basketball team, the Los Angeles Waves. With a mix of workplace drama, family dynamics, and laugh-out-loud comedy, Running Point brings a fresh perspective to women in leadership roles within male-dominated industries. Created by Mindy Kaling, Ike Barinholtz, Elaine Ko, and David Stassen, this series delivers charm, wit, and heartfelt moments that make it a standout in its genre.What You'll Learn:A synopsis of the show and its main themes.Kate Hudson's brilliant portrayal of Isla Gordon and the chemistry within the cast.Key discussions on sibling rivalries, workplace challenges, and the barriers women face in professional sports.How Mindy Kaling's influence shines through in this laugh-out-loud series.Predictions and hopes for Season 2 of Running Point.Discussion Points:Kate Hudson's balance of humor and emotion as Isla Gordon.The sibling dynamics within the Gordon family and their comedic tension.The show's commentary on women in leadership roles.Memorable performances from supporting cast members, including Drew Tarver, Brenda Song, and Jay Ellis.How Running Point compares to other sports-themed comedies.The real-life inspiration behind the show—Jeanie Buss and the Lakers—and its impact on authenticity.Find everything and YouTube channel for "One More Thing" here: https://taplink.cc/beforeyougopodcastThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Introduction: Minutes 0 to 8:45 We plan to record about once a month for now. I love the show Berlin ER on Apple TV, it's a lot like The Pitt, which I'm also watching. We were disappointed in the ending of Severence. Chandra is excited for the finale of The White Lotus. Royals: Minutes (8:45) to 33:00 Meghan released her As Ever collection this Wednesday morning. She had shortbread cookies, jam, tea and flower sprinkles. Everything was sold out within an hour. I bought the jam and some lemon ginger tea and Chandra got two teas and a jam. People were mad about how quickly everything sold out. Meghan also launched a commission-based ShopMy page with clothing, makeup and skincare.  A woman named Sophie Chandauka has taken over Prince Harry's Lesotho-based charity, Sentebale. Harry co-founded it with Prince Seeiso of Lesotho in 2006. Both Harry and Prince Seeiso resigned from Sentable in late March. The majority of the board of trustees resigned several days before the announcement. Chandauka spent over 400,000 pounds on consultants, lost a major sponsor, and demanded a 300,000 salary, which was not granted. She also failed to fundraise for them and alienated the board as she pushed her way to the top. It was a hostile takeover and was aided by a man named Iain Rawlinson, a former trustee of Prince William's charity, The Tusk Trust. Chandauka and Rawlinsin did an interview together on Sky News. Chandra wonders when Rawlinson started manipulating Chandauka. He was seen at a Sentebale event in October. In her Sky News interview, Chandauka's main example of Prince Harry bullying her was when he resigned from Sentebale after she threatened to sue them. Chandauka spouted Windsor talking points against Harry in an interview with the Financial Times. She also was mad that Meghan and Serena Williams showed up at the charity polo match last April. Chandauka blamed Prince Harry for her failure to fundraise for Sentebale despite the fact that he donated 1.5 million from his proceeds from Spare and that the polo match raised over a million also. She's the woman whom Meghan asked to move during a group photo at that match, giving her a more central place instead of on the side next to Harry. The press made a huge deal out of this at the time and Harry emailed or texted Chandauka asking her to make a statement in defense of Meghan. She refused and now sources are saying that if the email got out it would be damaging to Harry. If so, why don't they release it? The British press's reaction in early March to Meghan gently telling Mindy Kaling that her last name was Sussex revealed so much. The British charity commission is investigating what happened at Sentebale. The trustees have spoken on the record about how abrasive Chandauka is. There's an ongoing narrative that Prince Harry is lonely, that he never should have left England, that he should come back to England. He's probably relieved to be away from these toxic people. We're excited for the second season of With Love, Meghan and hope she does seasonal episodes. Meghan's podcast Confessions of a Female Founder comes out April 8th. Prince William is going to be on Jeremy Clarkson's reality show, Clarkson's Farm. You might remember Jeremy Clarkson's horrible screed against Duchess Meghan. It's also notable that Will and Kate disappeared this week. Comments of the Week: Minutes (33:00) to end Chandra's comment of the week is from Jais on the post about Meghan's As Ever product launch. My comment of the week is from Lightpurple on the story about Cory Booker's marathon Senate speech. Thanks for listening bitches!

It's been 20 years since the debut of NBC's hit mockumentary sitcom The Office. To celebrate the anniversary, we're listening back to Terry Gross' archival interviews with some of the key players: Steve Carell, Jenna Fischer, John Krasinski, Rainn Wilson, Mindy Kaling and executive producer Greg Daniels. We'll also hear from Ricky Gervais, who co-created and starred the original British version.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

It's been 20 years since the debut of NBC's hit mockumentary sitcom The Office. To celebrate the anniversary, we're listening back to Terry Gross' archival interviews with some of the key players: Steve Carell, Jenna Fischer, John Krasinski, Rainn Wilson, Mindy Kaling and executive producer Greg Daniels. We'll also hear from Ricky Gervais, who co-created and starred the original British version.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Society in the digital space is becoming more and more broken but you can still show up authentically and fill gaps that people need to thrive. In this episode of Ladies Who Launch, the first back in 8 months, Alyssa and Dakota candidly discuss where they've been and what's coming down the pipeline for 2025 while diving into the depths of trolling, bad behaviour online, adding to the noise and what being yourself, scrappy or not will do for your brand if you show up as YOU and you only.Episode highlights:Taking the reins on your brand image, using social media for good, success mindset, brand, mental health, opinions on bad marketing, leadership and relationships.Takeaways:Social media can easily become a place for fear, half-truths and a place for hate but there is still a massive opportunity to outshine the b*llshit and add value.If you don't control your narrative, someone else will.Don't go online without a plan.Your brand is everything, so make it real.If you enjoyed this episode of Ladies Who Launch, please be sure to take a screenshot and share it on social media and tag us @ladieswholaunchpod OR, link us to a friend or colleague by sharing the episode. Also please make sure to give us a review and a five-star rating if you're loving what we're putting down!Resources and links:Get in queue for our new newsletter, dropping April 2025Stay tuned to our Instagram for updates on episode drops, merch, newsletter drops, events and more__Transcript:  Dakota Kidby: [00:00:02] Hey, hey, welcome to Ladies Who Launch, the podcast where we cut through the noise, ditch the fluff and get real about all things marketing. Alyssa Berry: [00:00:11] That's right, we are your hosts, Dakota and Alyssa, two entrepreneurs from Calgary who are here to serve up equal parts solid advice, industry banter, and a whole lot of unfiltered opinions. Dakota Kidby: [00:00:21] So grab your coffee, buckle up, and get ready for a podcast that's equal parts fun and real talk. Whether you're in the biz or just curious about what goes down behind the scenes of marketing, we've got you covered. Alyssa Berry: [00:00:33] Let's get to it. Welcome to Ladies Who Launch. Dakota Kidby: [00:00:40] We're back. Alyssa Berry: [00:00:42] Look who's back. Back again. Dakota Kidby: [00:00:45] The ladies are back. Tell a friend. Alyssa Berry: [00:00:49] Oh, my God, it's only been, what? Eight months. Here we are. Dakota Kidby: [00:00:54] We're back after an eight month hiatus. Welcome back to season five of Ladies Who launch. Alyssa Berry: [00:01:01] The eight month hiatus that was supposed to be like two. But Dakota and I are always on our own schedule, as many of our listeners know, so we are happy to be back, Dakota Kidby: [00:01:12] Happy to finally be back with you guys. And we have a brand new setup. We are now using new software, we have new tech, new equipment. We're going to be on YouTube. So we really look forward to taking Ladies Who Launch to the next level this year. Alyssa Berry: [00:01:28] Yes, and we did a rebrand too. So if you've been on our Instagram recently, you'll see we have a whole new logo brand we're coming out with. We're going to have new newsletter, new community events. We're back at it hardcore because we missed our community. And we know you guys missed us too. So.  Dakota Kidby: [00:01:46] Yeah, we got a lot of feedback from you guys over our hiatus that people were unimpressed that we were not recording. So we really appreciate your guys's support and we are very excited for season five of Ladies Who Launch. Alyssa Berry: [00:02:01] It's crazy it's season five, to be honest. Dakota Kidby: [00:02:03] I know. Yeah, so we started this, for those of you who are new to the podcast, Alyssa and myself started this podcast over Covid in 2020 as sort of an outlet to be able to get together as friends and be opinionated about all the things that we like to be opinionated about. And 90% of the time that is marketing, because we are both marketing professionals. I want to say 10% of the time it's everything else from period poverty to politics to what's going on in the world, to stuff that's going on in our city and so on and so forth. So.  Alyssa Berry: [00:02:40] And we will just pick up right where we left off. But we probably should give everyone a bit of an insight into what's gone on in these last eight months, both professionally and personally and all those sorts of things before we kind of dive back in. But we are still here. We are. We do still live in Calgary. Yeah, we both still have our own companies. We both still love our community. But some changes have happened. Dakota Kidby: [00:03:07] They have. Alyssa, do you want to go first? Alyssa Berry: [00:03:10] Yeah. I'm not going to delve too much into it because it's not really, well... I went to a bit of a dark side, and I took a full time gig back in August. The landscape for, I think everybody's going through this with small business and especially the sectors that I worked in, in tourism and culture were still having difficulty kind of coming back recovering from Covid. And I sort of had this moment of like, how much do I want to keep struggling with this? And I still do have my business and I still do work on the side. So don't think Alyssa Berry Communications has gone anywhere. I still work with clients and people that I love and, love doing work for them. But sometimes you need to be an adult and realize that sometimes a paycheck is necessary for whatever reasons. There's never any sense of failure or anything for any business person that has to make other arrangements, especially those of us that don't have spouses who can pick up the slack while the other is kind of struggling. So that's where I am. I'm not going to talk about it because obviously it's not for public consumption in that way, because this podcast is all about my business and me being a marketer and me being in the community. So that's still what we're going to focus on, because all of those things are still true. But yeah, that was sort of my big personal professional change for 2024 and into 2025. Dakota Kidby: [00:04:47] And we're all going to give you a big applaud because, applause, applause, because it's it's very hard to be brave a lot of the time, especially when you own your own business and you realize that you have to go elsewhere to make ends meet and pay the bills just because your particular audience isn't entirely there anymore. And so, yeah, I mean, I think it's been good for you in some ways as well. So, yeah, I just want to say, you know, I commend you for being brave, that's all. Alyssa Berry: [00:05:24] Yeah. And that's where we'll leave it. Dakota Kidby: [00:05:27] Okay. Got it. So, yeah, similarly, I really did some pretty massive work on myself over the last eight months, probably more than I ever have. I've talked about this a couple times in past episodes, and I just got very real with where I, where my life was going and where I want my life to go. And I also made some brave, scary decisions. So part of that included hiring pretty much a full team. So we now have like an operations team at Social Centric. We have back end web and full stack app and front end and back end web developers on our team. Um, and then we also have a full timer who is kind of my right hand woman. So I was very proud that I was able to pay salaries last year. But with that came some investment into the company to be able to do that. And then on top of that we also got very real about our client roster for the first time ever, I think. And we really looked at like, who do we actually want to work with and who just is not a fit for us professionally and personally, and we either amiably or... Well, no, they were all amiable, but we like we parted ways with them, either both of us parting ways or us parting ways and we just got very real about the types of clients that we want to work with moving forward. And we have only onboarded clients that make sense for us in 2025 so far. But I'll get real with you guys and say that that was really scary for me in the sense that I haven't been in debt in six, seven, probably eight years and debt really scares me for many reasons, and maybe we'll get into that in another episode. I have a family member who was really bad with money. Dakota Kidby: [00:07:26] My mom. And she ended up taking her life when I was 24 because of that and many other reasons. So I have a lot of inner wounding when it comes to debt and asking for help and any of that stuff. But the fact of the matter is, is if you're going to grow your business and scale up, you know, unless you have a bunch of seed money or people helping you or investors, you usually will have to go into a bit of debt. So that's been really interesting for me. Learning about getting grants, applying for lines of credit. And like actually growing the business in a way that a startup would grow because luckily for me, I never really had to do that. I had clients right out of the gate. But yeah, when you're supporting other people's salaries, you have a totally different responsibility. And so, yeah, we rebranded into a digital marketing house about two months ago, and we are very heavily overhauling our processes and our operations. We've made a lot of changes over the last couple of months. I've had to step into a bunch of different hats that I've never worn before, which has been really interesting. And I'm also learning a lot more about where I want to take not only Social Centric, but my own skill sets into the future. So.  Alyssa Berry: [00:08:44] Yeah, I think we need an episode on good and bad debt because I'm a believer that there's good debt to have, like a mortgage or investing in your company or investing in yourself, those kind of things. So yeah, that's probably a good conversation to have because people get super, super scared of investing in themselves or investing in their company, especially as women. [00:09:06] And we need to do [00:09:07] better at believing in ourselves. Dakota Kidby: [00:09:10] Absolutely. One thing I can say is there's one person that I'll always bet on in this world, and that's me. I do trust myself very, very deeply. That being said, to Alyssa's point, yeah, I do think an episode on that would be really great because I think when you start a business, you don't entirely understand the things that you need in order to be successful. And I was a bit chaotic and choppy over the last ten years in growing Social Centric. And there's absolutely nothing wrong with that. If there isn't even just a like a little bit of chaos, you probably aren't doing it right, or you're probably not taking risks. But I will say that had I had the knowledge that I have now, I probably would have gone about it a different way and I would have avoided a lot of burnout. Alyssa Berry: [00:10:01] But that's eight months in a nutshell, and that's why we were away longer than we intended. And just to give you, all of our listeners, especially those that kept messaging us and asking like, what's happening? Where are you guys? What are you coming back? What's going on? Just know that there's a lot of things going on. Dakota Kidby: [00:10:17] A lot going on. Yeah. Alyssa Berry: [00:10:18] In the background. And as we have been very candid about in this podcast from the get go, is that Ladies Who Launch is a passion project for us, and it's our own investments and our own time and money and all of those sorts of things. So sometimes when other things take priority, those passion projects just sort of have to be shelved for a little while while your actual adult things have to happen. And so I think we're both glad to be in a place where we are back. Dakota Kidby: [00:10:45] Yeah. We are. We're really happy to be in a place where we're back, and we do genuinely have a lot of really exciting things rolling out this year that we were going to talk about with you guys. We're going to be rolling out a really engaging, killer newsletter that's going to be full of phenomenal content, opportunities and opportunities to connect with us and others, and features of other women and marketers. And not only women, actually, probably everybody, that we think are awesome and that we want to share with you. And on top of that as well, we're going to be putting together a couple of in-person events in Calgary this year, which we're really excited about. And so we'll be offering that up to anybody who wants to attend. So if you're a listener that isn't in Calgary and you want to come down and hang out with us, that opportunity will be available this year. And we would love to meet you guys. So yeah. But other than that, we are coming off the heels of International Women's Day yesterday, and I wanted to kick off season five with you all by talking a little bit about authenticity and fake news on social media, because fuck me, I have seen so much bullshit on social media, especially the last couple of months, pertaining to not only just people like us, but also like, of course, with everything going down in the States and like a couple of celebrities have been really like kicking up dust on there over some of the stupidest shit I've ever seen. I personally, as someone who's in the digital marketing world, I'm having such a rough time understanding how we're using social media these days. And so I really wanted to unpack a few things with Alyssa on the podcast, because I thought it'd be really interesting. I want her opinion on a couple of things. I thought you guys would find it fun for us to banter about a few things, and then from there, I kind of want to dive into, well, how can you still use social media ethically and authentically in a world that is just wrought with trashy news and people pitting themselves and others against other people? Like, what do you, how is social media still relevant? Is it going away? Like, I want to talk about all of those things, but I'd like to use someone who's been all over the news lately as an example of the internet just being a trashy place. Dakota Kidby: [00:13:23] And Alyssa and I have very different opinions on this woman, which I think is going to make this very interesting. I hate to use this person as an example, because yes, they are a person of affluence. So I just want to like kick that off that this person is a person of affluence and they are very, she is a very wealthy woman who probably doesn't deserve all the hype. But that being said, I personally think Meghan Markle is, like, I think she's just a regular girl, just like Marie Antoinette was a regular girl, just like Anne Boleyn was a regular girl, just like Princess Diana was a regular girl. And does she have her demons and her blind spots? I'm sure she does. But first and foremost, I think she's been dealt a shitty fucking deck of cards personally. In the sense that what I see is this very genuine, kind-hearted woman who just wants to be a mum to her kids. She married this dude because she fell in love with him. Yes, he's a prince. Whatever. And what happened to her up in Britain, to me, is very, very much, resembles what happened to Diana and that, and I just think the whole, like the media up there and the media in particular that cover Palace news and whatever, the whole thing to me is just completely disgusting. I also don't entirely myself believe in the institution of the royals and the firm, as what people call it. I think it's all just a bunch of total bullshit. I think it's completely archaic and and I'm not surprised that the two of them like, left, and they just want to be normal. And like, I don't think there's anything wrong with that. Where I think Meghan fell short is after everything that went down, you know, after they got married and left, I don't really entirely see why she started this series on Netflix. Part of me wants to commend her for doing it because it's like, yeah, screw you, I'm still going to do what I want to do. Dakota Kidby: [00:15:38] But another part of me is like, okay, you didn't want more backlash, you didn't want more paparazzi coming after you, you didn't want more face time in the media. Why did you start this show? And then the problem with the show, in my opinion, if any of you have seen it, it's basically a cooking show that she does. It kind of reminds me of Marie Antoinette, and she's got her big palace out in Montecito, and then she bought this, like $8 million house to produce the show in. And it's very much like Marie's Hamlet in Versailles. I don't know if anyone's ever been there, but to me, it just reminds me of this opulent, disgusting wealth that, like, this woman who's been in the media for so many things that are not good, is now going to go buy this $8 million mansion to cook in and sprinkle flowers on things. And so I get where she's coming from. I think her heart's in the right place. She wants to share her joy with other people, but of course it's coming off as unrelatable and people are just tearing her apart. But what really kills me, and I'll let Alyssa interject in a moment here, what I don't like about this, and any woman or person who's in the media - and this happens to people who are in the public eye all the time, take Blake Lively, Anna Kendrick, all the people who've been in the public eye lately - these freaking bloggers who have made their careers and lifestyles off of literally like gathering videotape of these people and analyzing everything from like, their face changing from a smile to what they would call a mask. And then they pinpoint these people as narcissists and they just, it's their whole career to tear these people apart. And they just, and judge these people over like, things that they just would not know. It just makes me sick to my stomach. Anyway, that's my rant. [00:17:33] Hey y'all, sorry for the interruption. Just wanting to remind you to please give us five stars and subscribe to our podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Honestly guys, this is the way that we build our podcast. And if you're a supporter of Ladies Who Launch, we would really, really appreciate it if you could just give us those five stars and subscribe. Thanks, guys. Now back to the episode. Alyssa Berry: [00:17:51] Okay. Uh, do you need a breath there? Dakota Kidby: [00:17:53] Yeah. I'm good. Okay. We're good. Alyssa Berry: [00:17:55] There was a lot going on there. Dakota Kidby: [00:17:56] There was a lot. Alyssa Berry: [00:17:57] Here's my thing with the Meghan Markle situation. And it's interesting that we are talking about this because I am a royalist. I'm a monarchist. And not because I think it isn't bullshit. Because, my grandma was and we, I remember I was like a little little kid for the Diana Charles wedding and like, we got up at my grandma's house and had at like four in the morning and had our crumpets and whatever, because my grandma's British and like, it was a very big part of. And I think a lot of the Diana situation for people sort of like revering Princess Diana, are all like sort of under the age of 35 because they didn't actually see all that went on during that time. Alyssa Berry: [00:18:38] And I mean, we can go into Diana in itself, but the Diana is an interesting parallel, because if you actually watch what's sort of taken place over the last six years, Meghan's used Diana as sort of her wedge to meet, first meet and then be with Harry. So I was a huge Meghan supporter. I thought she was awesome. I mean, who didn't watch Suits and like, I mean, I thought it was great. She was like, it was so cool to have a celebrity, like, be part of the royal family and like, oh, cool, whatever. I sort of bit of side-eyed during the wedding when, like, not a single member of her family was invited. I always find that a bit interesting. And I know people have family issues, but like, no one was there. Like, not a friend, not an anyone. And I always, I always have, and this is my own bias and I get that, but I always side-eye a little bit women who don't have close friendships. Because in order to have friends, you have to know how to be a friend. And I just always find women who have friends because, like, whether it's at work or they're always transactional in some way. But I always sort of look differently at women who just don't seem to have very solid, close girlfriends. Like, people talk about Serena Williams and all these people. Alyssa Berry: [00:19:59] It's like, yeah, she does know all these people, but they're not her girlfriends. They're not her people. And it was interesting to see at the wedding, like all of the celebrities that came, like, obviously the Beckhams are friends of the royal family, so that's different. But like George Clooney and his wife. Well, George Clooney publicly said like, oh, we thought we came because of her dad. Because of course her dad was well known. He was a lighting guy in Hollywood, so a lot of them knew him and were like, oh, we thought Thomas was going to be here. So when we got the invitation, we thought it was coming from him and blah blah, blah. So that's where I sort of like was like, what's going on here? But my biggest thing, and I mean them leaving whatever, she can say whatever she wants about the royal family, about them being racist. No one knows if any of that is true, because the royal family can never defend themselves against that. And even Harry has sort of backtracked from a lot of that stuff that they spewed out during Oprah. And it's interesting that Oprah has never made any comment about that interview since. And it's been scrubbed from her, like, TV thing, like she wants, because a lot of the things that they said in that were factually incorrect then about like, Archie not having a title which just based on where he and, well, now the little girl, whatever her name is, is in this line of succession, only the the children of the current monarch are titled or the grandchildren of the current monarch. Alyssa Berry: [00:21:19] And so now they are titled because now Charles is the monarch. But at the time they wouldn't be because they were not the immediate heirs to the throne. So saying those kind of things, like there were so many factually incorrect things that they were throwing out there that, like Oprah wouldn't know to push them on, but since then have come out as factually incorrect. So putting all that aside, because like as the Queen said, recollections vary. So moving on from that, I'm with you on I, look, I was really sort of rooting for them. And as I said, I was a big fan of hers. But since the, since them leaving and I think everyone had high like expectations of like, oh, this could be really good. Well, Harry does nothing. I'm not even sure what Prince Harry does now. I mean, he's been removed from his friends, his family, his job. Like he's not in the military anymore. I don't know what he does every day. So that's another side plot, whatever that is. But I had high hopes that, like, she would like, even go back to acting or be like... And it just seemed like it's so, it's all just like throwing stuff against the wall to see what sticks. Alyssa Berry: [00:22:34] Like, now we're in tradwife territory. And I have to say, like, if this was anyone but Meghan Markle in this Netflix TV show, people would be like, this is the fucking stupidest bullshit. But because it's Meghan Markle, people feel the need to defend it in some way. It's like, no, she's taking pretzels from a bag and putting it in another friggin plastic bag and putting a tag on it. And it's sort of reiterated my whole thing about like, she doesn't have friends because in that first episode where she's like going like, oh, Daniel's my oldest friend. And we've been like together, and he's done my makeup forever. But she didn't know he was left-handed when he started, when they started cutting the vegetables. And then he sort of made some, like, how close are you people? So everyone just sort of comes in and like, there's no sense of... And getting back to the authenticity thing, it's like, and people can rag on Martha Stewart and there's many reasons, but Martha Stewart was a rich housewife. She made her existence into her job. And Meghan isn't a rich housewife. She's rich, but she doesn't want to be a housewife. I mean, that's very obvious. So to make a show about being like a tradwife and like going out and like tending to your bees to then make candles, it's just like, who is the audience for this? I get it, some of the audience is just her people be like, whatever Meghan does, I'm going to watch cool, whatever. Alyssa Berry: [00:24:02] But I think the majority, from what I've sort of seen, the majority of people watching were hate watching it. And I'm like, is that really what you want to be like known for being the hate? I just, I don't know, like as a woman, and this is where we when you talk about being a narcissist, I think, she is a raging narcissist and I don't, she has all the tendencies of it in terms of not having solid relationships with people. Everything's always about her. Everything's my life is so hard and all these people are mean to me and like, never taking any responsibility, those are all very narcissistic behaviors. But, and I think I said this to you on one of our in our text chats when we were going back and forth about this show, is that women have a very difficult time seeing other women and their narcissistic behavior. We are very quick to point out men's narcissistic behavior, but we are very, we have a very difficult time pinpointing or associating women being narcissists, which they totally can be. And this is my own like pseudo psychoanalysis of the whole situation is that for a lot of women, they had narcissistic mothers, and the behavior of their moms with being controlling and being self-hating and being, like, how many mothers like telling you, like, you don't need a second plate, like all that sort of very selfish, controlling behavior and making everything your daughter's fault and making your life problems on your kids or on your daughter. Alyssa Berry: [00:25:34] Most women listening would be like, oh, yeah, it's totally my mom. Maybe not to that degree, but because we grew up with that and we see that in either our moms or women bosses that we've had. We are very, it's very difficult for us to step back and be like, wait a minute. Like, this isn't actually cool behavior. Like the other thing that's sort of related and how I sort of picked up on this interesting facets of Meghan's behavior is that she is so very, very careful about people, anyone seeing her kids, which I totally respect. No issues there. But the fact that like they hid the birth of Archie and they didn't announce it for days later. Like there's so many weird things there which just sort of like, was like, that's kind of strange, but like, even now. And that's cool. Nobody sees their kids. I totally get it. No issues there. But she also doesn't have any issue prancing other people's kids out for her own publicity, like showing up at the Uvalde shooting to like, comfort all the grieving parents in the parking lot and bringing flowers for a publicity stunt, or her and Harry going to Africa or Colombia and, like, traipsing around, like, underprivileged kids at orphanages and putting them on camera and being like, oh, aren't we great? Like, look at us here. Alyssa Berry: [00:26:55] Yeah, no problem exploiting other people's kids. But don't, God forbid, look at my kids. Like it's things like that that I just always side-eye. And she's just always sort of stepped in it in her own way. Again, I'm still hoping for the best here because I think, like, no one wants to think the worst of people. And I'm not one who wants to think the worst of people. But it gets back to that inauthentic thing. Like she is not authentically a rich housewife who is inviting friends over to enjoy her stuff. Like it's so obviously staged and acted. It's like just create a satiric, funny comedy about being a fake tradwife or whatever. Like, I think that would be a friggin funny show. But when you're, when you're making it a reality show, what is like, what actually is the thought process here? Dakota Kidby: [00:27:48] Oh, I have so many things to say. Okay, so first and foremost, I disagree that she doesn't have close girlfriends. I actually think she has a lot of close girlfriends. And... Alyssa Berry: [00:28:00] Where are they then? No one is stepping up for her. Dakota Kidby: [00:28:04] Abigail Spencer is stepping up for her. Mindy Kaling is stepping up for her. Alyssa Berry: [00:28:08] Mindy Kaling didn't even know her last name. Dakota Kidby: [00:28:11] So, fair enough. Fair enough. But I mean, here's the other thing all these people like, they probably don't see each other all the freaking time. Alyssa Berry: [00:28:20] It's transactional, and that's totally cool. Celebrities like, that's kind of the lifestyle. Like they have transactional relationships. You meet people on a set and you're besties and you do all the the show promotion together and oh my God, we're so besties. And look at us... Dakota Kidby: [00:28:34] But you're talking. She doesn't have like, an Alyssa and a Dakota. Alyssa Berry: [00:28:37] No. Dakota Kidby: [00:28:37] Or an Alyssa and a Karen or a Dakota and Lindsay. Alyssa Berry: [00:28:40] Yeah, because those people would be telling her, okay, let's just maybe take five steps back here and, like, assess what's happening and let's do this. Because even like their weird charitable organization that doesn't actually give out money. Yeah. Dakota Kidby: [00:28:57] The Archwell Foundation? Alyssa Berry: [00:28:58] Yeah. Dakota Kidby: [00:28:58] So that's what I thought Harry's job was, is I thought that's like he's doing that. Alyssa Berry: [00:29:03] In what way? Dakota Kidby: [00:29:05] And I don't know, I don't know. Alyssa Berry: [00:29:06] But that's the thing. Dakota Kidby: [00:29:07] I didn't go down that deep of a hole. Alyssa Berry: [00:29:08] They're doing all these things, like they kind of throw out all these things and, but what actually is the result of... Like, I just would like, I mean, yeah, I don't... The Harry things. Dakota Kidby: [00:29:18] This is kind of my point is like going back to the authenticity piece, whether you're somebody who already has a big public profile or not, anything you do online these days, like you better be doing it authentically because it'll get called out real quick if you're not. Alyssa Berry: [00:29:41] Really quickly. Dakota Kidby: [00:29:43] And social media is not only difficult to do now in the sense that there's a million steps. I'm not saying it has to be perfect or really good all of the time, but it has to be authentic. And what I mean by that is it's got to have a plan and a strategy and it's got to have some sort of a gap that it is filling to help, to actually help people with something. And if you don't, that's fine, like then it's probably just fodder. But there are channels that make fun of tradwives that are filling a gap for people because they're hilarious. Alyssa Berry: [00:30:26] They're hilarious. Dakota Kidby: [00:30:26] So you can be hilarious and fill a gap. But yeah, like, it is so unbelievably difficult these days to get seen, noticed, liked, followed on social. And so step number one, why are you even doing it? Like is it for to sell, to sell something? Is it to sell you as a human being, as a brand? What is it? And then how are you going to do it in a way that is authentically telling your story to fill a gap, right? And this is where Meghan missed the mark. She doesn't know her audience at all. Alyssa Berry: [00:31:02] No. Dakota Kidby: [00:31:03] Has no fucking clue who they are. Pardon my language. Alyssa Berry: [00:31:06] And also doesn't want to, I think, like, I don't think she's interested in the plebs and the poors and the people who would follow her. Like she's not interested in that. Dakota Kidby: [00:31:15] Yeah. And then the other thing, too, is she's put herself back into the line of fire after complaining for forever. And like, I watched Harry and Meghan over the weekend to do some like reconnaissance for this episode. And I got to tell you, that documentary definitely broke my heart in the sense that I just saw a woman like, a woman who fell in love. And I don't know if she lied about not knowing Harry. Alyssa and I have different perspectives on that. Alyssa Berry: [00:31:43] She totally knew him. She had Princess Diana posters all over her bedroom. Dakota Kidby: [00:31:47] Oh, wow. Okay. Alyssa Berry: [00:31:49] Yeah. Like, there's some lore of Meghan that, like, people choose to, whether they want to, whatever. She wears Diana's perfume. Like, it's all just a little weird. It's a little psycho-ish. Like. And the fact in his book when he said he sleeps next, like, with a thing of his mother's hair next to the bed. Like, there's so many, like, I think a lot of this more so does Harry. Dakota Kidby: [00:32:09] He does? Alyssa Berry: [00:32:10] Yeah. I have issues more with Harry, I think, than her. Like the fact that, like, he should have prepped her, like, why do you think it took like William, like seven, eight years to bring Catherine into the family. There is so much to learn. You need to know that they're ready for it. You want to make sure they're protected. He didn't do any of that. First of all, I mean, they were both in their late 30s, so it's not like we're talking about a 19 year old Diana, which was a whole other kettle of fish. Dakota Kidby: [00:32:36] Yes. Alyssa Berry: [00:32:37] He's an idiot. Like he didn't prepare her. He didn't, like he didn't explain like that like just even though the Queen's your grandma, like, we still curtsy to the Queen, like there's so many things that like. Dakota Kidby: [00:32:48] And that part on her new show or on the documentary, when she's like, she made fun of the curtsying process and he just looked livid. Alyssa Berry: [00:32:57] Livid.  Dakota Kidby: [00:32:58] Like, you don't do that. Like and that I respect, I respect tradition, I respect the Queen. Alyssa Berry: [00:33:03] Like, just know what you're doing. Like, you can think it's shit. Like, we could all think the royal family's... Dakota Kidby: [00:33:08] Don't do it on TV. Alyssa Berry: [00:33:09] And you're marrying into it. You made that decision. No one forced you. So the least you could do is like, pretend to like not, well, not even she could have pretended, she is an actress, but it's like, at least like...  Dakota Kidby: [00:33:23] Just respect it. Respect the tradition. You could literally say in the same breath, you know, I respect the tradition of this, but I disagree with it. Alyssa Berry: [00:33:32] Yeah. And you could have like because even at the time, like the Queen, when she met with the Queen at the beginning, the Queen was like, we think it's great you're here. And if you want to keep acting like, please do, like no one's going to, you don't have to, like, be a full time member if you don't want to. Like, so many concessions were made and she didn't... But it's like that's on fucking Harry. Again, pardon my language, but it's like he is a total idiot. And he has been for years. Like, does anyone remember the gong show at Cowboys in the late 90s with the strippers and the pool table and his time at CFB Suffield, and I was in high school at the time, or maybe not high school maybe, yeah, whatever, was legendary. Everybody in Medicine Hat knew, like he was a massive drug addict. Charles and William covered so much of his crap. It was his, it was the Queen that basically forced him into the military to be like, look, kid, you need to do something like, you are ridiculous. Dakota Kidby: [00:34:28] Out of control. Alyssa Berry: [00:34:29] Out of control. And so a lot of what I think went wrong was on him more so than her, but I think she fed into it. And then because she is an actress, then making it a bigger deal and making it a thing, thinking that you're going to get sympathy, which she did. But again, it's to a family that can't defend itself. So again, whatever they've said, no one knows if any of that's true or whatever is true, because the royal family can't ever come out and be like, no, she's full of shit. Or yeah, this might have happened, but it was more like this, because they don't do that, right? So it's an interesting, like it was kind of a bit of a perfect storm how all of that happened. And how it all spun off. But I agree with you that it's like, I had high expectations or hopes of what they would do with this, with their celebrity moving forward, and it's really just been a lot of nothing. Dakota Kidby: [00:35:30] 100%. Alyssa Berry: [00:35:31] And it's disappointing on all levels. But to me, Harry's the bigger idiot in this whole thing. But that's another conversation. Dakota Kidby: [00:35:38] That's another conversation for another day. Yeah. I think what irks me and what I've been struggling with lately is I don't, so I do digital and social media marketing for a living, but a lot of the time I absolutely detest what I see online, and it's actually been really good for my mental health because I've stopped scrolling and I just don't do it anymore because it's such a waste of my time. I'll try to, like, get the algorithm corrected to the point where only the things that I really want to see are showing up on my algorithm. So like people's podcasts that I listen listened to, advice that I like to get, that kind of thing, cooking, but other than that, like. Alyssa Berry: [00:36:20] It's so toxic. Dakota Kidby: [00:36:21] But it's still to this day, like, I still, because I'm in this space, I'll receive probably, I'll get served five ads a day about coaching and like, social media support and take my course and all that crap. And that whole world also drives me bananas, even though I do respect some people that do that, and I do access some people that do that really well. And I even have a business coach that does that for a living. That being said, the amount of bullshit that I get served on a daily basis, I can't frickin stand it. So if I can give you one big piece of advice for 2025 from the social media space, it is, as I've mentioned a number of times now, to be as authentic as possible. And what does that mean? Just be yourself. Like, be yourself. Speak your mind. Have an opinion, give a voice to issues and things that don't necessarily get airtime. Be contentious if you have to, right. Obviously if your brand is sensitive, you want to be careful about what you're spouting off. And sometimes politics can be a really tricky place, so just be a little careful with that. But if you want to make an impact, then feel free to talk about whatever you want. Just keep in mind that there will be haters and there will be trolls no matter what, no matter what. Alyssa Berry: [00:37:41] And I think that's what my advice to a Meghan Markle would be. Like, if you look at her Instagram now, like I think it's what was it, as ever, Meghan or whatever she changed it to, again, just terrible rebranding. Like that needs a whole other discussion about just the terrible rebranding. But her whole, her whole existence on social media is so heavily filtered and curated, I think it just also leads into that inauthenticity feeling. If she would have gone back to, like before she got married, she had that blog called The Tig or whatever it was called, and she had...  Dakota Kidby: [00:38:20] I love that brand. Alyssa Berry: [00:38:20] Right. So great, so great. She was authentic, she talked about, like, food she liked, but like, do that, but, like, just trying to be like, you're trying to be that, but in this weird filtered still like I'm a duchess sort of way. And it's like, you're like, just lean in to you authentically, like food and just talk about food and not have to have this whole pretense that you're going to cook it, like, make your own flower in the backyard or whatever. Like, no one's doing that. Stop it. So that's what I would say. And I mean, I would say that to any client that I have now. I mean, I understand that people have to sell things, whether you're a retail store or whether you're selling whatever, and that social media is a mechanism to do that. But if you watch some of the like most successful people on social media, they do just show up as themselves. Like that's why TikTok took off so much during Covid. It was just people in their living rooms making videos and doing silly dances and all those sorts of things. And so it's like...  Dakota Kidby: [00:39:25] Having fun. Alyssa Berry: [00:39:26] Having fun. Whatever. Like do that. Like even as a business, you can do that and just show up and just talk in your living room. Like, don't make your social media existence so polished and so filtered and oh my God, every hair on your head must be like photoshopped out before you post an image to Instagram or do a reel. It's like the whole fun of social media is that it's cuckoo bananas. Like, lean into that. Dakota Kidby: [00:39:53] People, people want scrappy. Alyssa Berry: [00:39:56] Yeah. Dakota Kidby: [00:39:57] And any of us business owners who are tuning in and Alyssa and myself, they know, we know that scrappiness is a massive part of starting a business or starting a brand. And when I say scrappiness, I mean there's chaos. There's shit that goes wrong. And it's the stuff that goes wrong that people value hearing about because they're dealing with it too. And they want to know that they're not alone. Nobody really, in today's day and age, wants to hear about how fucking perfect someone's life is, or how they went out and ground this einkorn flour to make these pancakes for their children and milked the cow like, yeah, there's that whole tradwife vibe going on, and sometimes I buy into it, but I think, like, actually one of my favorite brands... And people may come for me for saying this because a lot of people would say that she is very perfect and exudes this, but I really love Hannah, the ballerina farm lady. You know, like, yeah, she's a former ballerina. She does the pageant circuit. She's got, like her ten kids, she's got a hunky husband, she lives on the farm and they do cook every, like you know, they do cook their meals from scratch and whatever. Alyssa Berry: [00:41:10] She does, he doesn't do anything. I'm just going to put that in there. She does all of that. And he wanted those ten kids. She did not. But I'll leave it at that. Dakota Kidby: [00:41:19] Again, this is that fodder though that I just like...  Alyssa Berry: [00:41:22] But this is the whole thing is you're putting that out online. Your husband is a complete friggin moron. You're showing him being a complete friggin moron. I have every right to say that you are in this situation, well, a) because they're Mormon, but b) because your husband is rich and you can live that way because you're rich. Dakota Kidby: [00:41:40] That being said, I, like there's been many pieces of content she's put out talking about, like, do we cook every single meal this way? Absolutely not. Do you know how long it takes me to make this pumpkin stew that I do in the pumpkin? It takes me six hours. Sourdough bread takes this long, like, and, you know, most of the time. Alyssa Berry: [00:42:00] And I have three nannies.  Dakota Kidby: [00:42:02] Well. And if I had that many kids, I'd probably... Alyssa Berry: [00:42:05] Right. But like, let's just talk about it. Let's not pretend she's doing that all on her own. It's a business. Dakota Kidby: [00:42:09] And I don't think she does pretend that though. That's what I really respect, is she doesn't pretend. Alyssa Berry: [00:42:15] But you know who I am finding really effective on social media right now are Canadian businesses who are online and talking about the tariffs and shopping local and making adjustments and being like, Chapman ice cream, for example, just made a post online this week and their Canadian ice cream company, amazing company out of Ontario, treat their employees really great, all of that. And they said they're just going to eat whatever it costs them for these tariffs over like for the rest of the year or whatever. And they're looking at other supplier alternatives. So we're looking in Europe and other places to get supplies so that we can extricate ourselves from the US and not be... So that's all very authentic, interesting people struggling, being like, hey, I'm a small business that sells leggings online, and Amazon is kicking my ass. Like I saw one small business owner, it's Aro, A R O, I think, athletics and I think she's out of Ontario too, if not BC. Anyway, she sells like athleisure wear and she went on Amazon. She started selling her items on Amazon Canada and she just pulled from Amazon. And not because Amazon's awful, because we know it is, but she's getting, because there's no oversight from Amazon of what people are returning or what people are... So she is getting people returning items that they didn't buy from her, like their like socks or whatever, but because they had a shipping label or that they had ordered from her in the past, they're returning it to her and she has to eat the cost of that return from Amazon, even though it wasn't from her, like they're not her items. And so she's like, I'm just going to get off Amazon because there's no oversight of what... Dakota Kidby: [00:44:02] I've actually heard of that. Now that I think about it. Alyssa Berry: [00:44:04] She's now like, okay, so now I'm back. I'm just going to be selling on my website, doing all that. So hey, if you can support, this is what we're doing, blah, blah, blah, that's authentic. Like showing what's really going on behind the scenes in running a small business right now, especially small businesses in the clothing or retail sector in Canada that are making and supplying their own clothing here in Canada. And having to justify like one guy who's really great is Connor Curran, who runs who owns Local Laundry, which is a Calgary company. And him talking about like when people bitch at him about like, well, why is your hoodie like $70. He's like, well because we pay people. Dakota Kidby: [00:44:39] Yeah. We pay people fair wages. Alyssa Berry: [00:44:41] We pay people, like and it's made here in Canada. It's made by seamstresses. The fabric, all of that is Canadian. So people are now getting educated about that stuff. It's like, oh, I have no problem spending $70 on a hoodie that I can wear for the next 15 years if I know that. Dakota Kidby: [00:44:54] And that's a great way to show up authentically and be honest. Alyssa Berry: [00:44:57] So those are the kind of things like that are resonating right now, because that's just what's happening right now online. But that's just sort of a testament of what people want to see from people online is like, everything isn't great. You don't have to pretend it is. And talk about it. Dakota Kidby: [00:45:14] Don't pretend. I think some of my favorite videos over the last while have been, I really appreciate, as someone who has really bad seasonal depression, those like refresh videos where folks kind of get up in the morning on a Sunday and they're like, come, come for a depression, like I've come out of my depression, let's do a refresh together. And you go through the house and like, they clean everything and it like motivates you to go do that. Alyssa Berry: [00:45:37] I like that too. I like the ones that are the, what do they call it, the the late shift or the last shift where they make sure their kitchen and everything is clean before they go to bed at night. And I'm like, oh, I love that. I think it's called the late shift. Dakota Kidby: [00:45:49] Oh no, I haven't heard of that. Alyssa Berry: [00:45:50] So make sure all the toys are picked up and the the kitchen is cleaned before you go to bed because you can, you wake up and it's, you're in a better mood. Dakota Kidby: [00:45:56] And then you feel good. Alyssa Berry: [00:45:57] I love that stuff. I'm a sucker for all that kind of stuff. Dakota Kidby: [00:46:01] But yeah, just so yeah. Anyway, interesting stuff going down right now and yeah, so. But yeah, for our Canadian listeners, getting yourself educated around what's going on with tariffs and flipping the script on how you shop, very important right now. And we'll definitely talk about that in another episode coming up pretty soon here too. But yeah, other than that, I think we're out of time for today. So we appreciated having you guys listen in and we will see you in two weeks. Alyssa Berry: [00:46:34] Thanks for tuning in to another episode of Ladies Who Launch. 

Mindy Kaling recently revealed she chose solo motherhood because she didn't want to compromise on money, career decisions, or parenting choices. She joins a growing number of high-profile women who are reimagining traditional approaches to family, marriage and relationships. We unpack the rise of intentional solo parenting and non-traditional family structures. Plus, everyone's talking about this surprise TV hit of the week (and no, it's not The White Lotus). We discuss why it's capturing everyone's attention. And in our recommendations: jelly beans vs brussels sprouts in an unexpected health showdown, and Mia discovers a soothing video trend that's helping her unwind. Support independent women's media Get your tickets to the Mamamia Out Loud Live 2025 All or Nothing Tour Presented By Nivea Cellular Register for the free Today at Apple event where Amelia Lester will host a conversation with Mia Freedman, Jessie Stephens and Holly Wainwright about 10 years of podcasting success on Mamamia Out Loud. What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: The White Lotus Recap – The Kiss & An Astonishing Scene Listen: The 7 Controversies Of This Year's Biggest Movie Listen: The Three Questions You Should Ask On A First Date Listen: The Response To Hugh Van Cuylenburg's Open Letter Listen: Mel Robbins Knows Exactly What's Wrong with You Listen: The White Lotus — 5 Theories & A Dong Watch Listen: The New Things People Are Saying During Sex Listen: The Royals' Group Chat & Mia's BTS Secrets From Award Season Listen: The (No Spoiler) Severance Conversation We’ve Been Waiting To Have Listen: A Meghan Pivot No One Expected & The Ugly SNARF Phone Trap Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts The End Bits: Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place. Recommendations: Jessie wants you to watch Adolescence on Netflix Mia wants you to watch Lookalike Cams Holly wants you to check out Lisa Damour on Instagram What To Read: Read: 'As a mum of teen boys, Adolescence was a sobering watch.' Read: The tragic true story that inspired Netflix's Adolescence. Read: According to Mindy Kaling, there's one big misconception people have about Meghan Markle. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Jessie Stephens & Mia Freedman Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Producer: Leah Porges Video Producer: Josh Green Junior Content Producers: Coco Lavigne & Tessa Kotowicz Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode 115 astrologers Kristina Martin and Tara Redfield explore the long-running mysterious relationship between actor/writers Mindy Kaling and B.J. Novak. Rumors have swirled for years about these two who officially dated in the early 2000's but have remained incredibly close and are often seen together at major Hollywood events.    First, we look at  B.J.'s chart and see a prominent, boundary-pushing Aries rising. With his chart ruler, Mars in Gemini, placed in his third house, it's obvious that his pursuit of writing and comedy is central to his life's motivation.  We also find a Mercury/Sun conjunction in his fifth house, telling us his books, and especially his children's book, will be part of his legacy. There is also a deeply private and distrusting Scorpio Moon in his chart, so we can understand why he isn't a huge fan of the spotlight despite his heavy Leo placements.   Next, we look into Mindy's chart and see a bright and inquisitive Gemini Rising, making her perfect for identifying as a comedic writer. With Venus sitting on that ascendant, her experiences with femininity and womanhood also play a central role in her storytelling. We also see a challenging opposition to that Venus from Neptune, which creates a love life that can be confusing, and lacking strong boundaries. It also creates a sense of hopeless romanticism.    Together, their synastry reveals aspects that align for a loving relationship. They have trine water Moons (little did they know they grew up only 10 minutes from each other!), giving them a shared sense of support, ease, and comfortability especially when it comes to sharing emotional experiences.  A Mercury/Jupiter connection in theatrical Leo demonstrates their shared love of intellectual exploration, but a Venus/Saturn square denotes some sort of withholding. The big question though is will a strong Venus/Neptune opposition ever provide enough clarity to define this relationship for them?  Listen in to hear our take and see what Venus score this nebulous relationship receives!   Book a Reading with us! Connect with Kristina Martin Book a Reading www.klmastrology.com astrologyklm@gmail.com www.instagram.com/klmastrology   Connect with Tara Redfield Book a Reading www.anotherdaygreener.com anotherdaygreener@gmail.com www.instagram.com/anotherdaygreener/ www.tiktok.com/@anotherdaygreener

Elizabeth and Sarah lace up their metaphorical sneakers (or actually put on their heels) and dive into Running Point, Netflix's latest Mindy Kaling comedy series. With an all star cast, witty dialogue and Kate Hudson it may be too good of a show to breakdown. #RunningPoint #NetflixSeries #TVReview #NetflixReviewIn the sister chat, Sarah is officially on the move—literally—while Elizabeth recaps a Y2K-themed party and embarks on the very serious mission of sourcing outfits for her Iceland trip. Plus some White Lotus talk because Sarah has finally started watching.#MovingDay #Y2KThrowback #IcelandBound #WhiteLotus #SisterChat

Send us a textSaddle up for this wild episode with a full review of With Love, Meghan. Is she trying to be a replica of Pamela's Cooking With Love? Meghan Markle corrects her guest, Mindy Kaling, and announces she goes by Meghan Sussex now.MAFS AUS couple, Carina and Paul, have an intense commitment ceremony where Paul admits he lost his temper. James Kennedy issues an apology for taking a photo with the Tate brothers at a convention. Gaggy and Dylan (and Dolo and Ivar) win traitors!, Ben Affleck wants Jennifer Garner back--and I ask, are there no other women in hollywood? JLO, Jen Garner, JLO, Jen Garner. Armie Hammer discusses experimenting with men, Casey Anthony joins TikTok, and much more on this episode!Brews and Booze Review: Saint Spritz https://saintspritz.com/?https://saintspritz.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=homemakers&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwytS-BhCKARIsAMGJyzo-wcpJkjWl2mkrlevozIjZHRUA43jLYZARTSX5Q6RQ_-t_RIkxgBcaAmofEALw_wcB#bundle-and-save&tw_source=google&tw_adid=&tw_campaign=22113864415______________Connect With Us:InstagramTikTokLinkTr.eeEmail: coffeemeetsvodkapod@gmail.comHost: Raya HenslerInstagramTikTokContent Strategist: Kathy LamInstagram Producer: Creator's GuildInstagramLinkTr.ee 

Martha and Kate Hudson, the beloved actress of the 2000s rom-com genre, are the energy we all need right now. Hot off the release of her new Netflix series, Running Point, Kate joins Martha in the studio to reflect on her active and successful career as an actress, singer, businesswoman, podcaster, and mother. They also discuss Kate’s work with Mindy Kaling, and the evolution of a creative life. They explore life off the set, from tattoos to baby daddies, Oscar movies and favorite restaurants. You won’t want to miss this funny and warm conversation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meghan Markle's Netflix series has been out for just one week and now we need to discuss the intense public reaction. Plus, Mindy Kaling's appearance on the show has become one of the most viral moments online and she's been asked about filming with the Duchess in a recent interview. We've analysed all the controversial comments, family drama, and surprising announcements about season two. THE END BITSThe Spill podcast is on Instagram here. Listen:A Brutally Honest Review Of Meghan Markle’s New Netflix ShowThe Best, Worst And Most Scandalous Moments From The Oscars Red CarpetEm Vernem is co-hosting a new Mamamia podcast. BIZ is rewriting the rules of work with no zero generic advice - just real strategies from women who've actually been there. Listen here.Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter by clicking here. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH:Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! WANT MORE?If you’re looking for something else to listen to why not check out our hilarious and seriously unhelpful podcast The Baby Bubble hosted by Clare and Jessie Stephens.Or click here to listen to the hosts of Mamamia Out Loud open up about creativity and how they stay inspired. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik & Ksenjia LukichExecutive Producer: Kimberley Braddish Audio Producer: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was International Women's Day over the weekend and Robbie Katter had some interesting thoughts about the celebration. We unpack his feedback as well as discuss some new research about the split of domestic chores. Plus, we ask the question: what are the unusual things your partner does to 'help' when you're expecting guests? Also, why after a weekend of digesting With Love, Meghan — and some quickles sprinkled with flowers — it’s clear that the royal family made a big mistake. We explain why. And, can someone please explain what SNARF is? We hate to break it to you, but it’s all over your phone and might be the reason you're utterly exhausted. Support independent women's media Get your tickets to the Mamamia Out Loud Live 2025 All or Nothing Tour Presented By Nivea Cellular Register for the free Today at Apple event where Amelia Lester will host a conversation with Mia Freedman, Jessie Stephens and Holly Wainwright about 10 years of podcasting success on Mamamia Out Loud. What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: The Fight You Need To Have With Your Parents Listen: The (No Spoiler) Severance Conversation We’ve Been Waiting To Have Listen: Our Meghan Review & The Cloud Over MAFS Listen: We've Got Some Feedback For The Oscars Listen: The Spectacle Of Zelenskyy & Oscars' Outcasts Listen: The New Things People Are Saying During Sex Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts The End Bits: Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for the best bits of the internet all tied up in a big red bow. Easy to read but up to the minute — we've been all over the web so you don't have to. What To Read: Read: Everything you need to know about the Mamamia Out Loud ALL OR NOTHING TOUR coming May 2025 Read: MIA FREEDMAN: '12 thoughts I had while watching With Love, Meghan.' Read: Meghan Markle's show exposes the royal family's big mistake. Read: Jacqui and Clint from MAFS just hard-launched their relationship with a glorious staged photoshoot. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Jessie Stephens & Mia Freedman Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Producer: Leah Porges Video Producer: Josh Green Junior Content Producers: Coco Lavigne & Tessa Kotowicz Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gene Hackmans Disturbing Cause of Death, Mindy Kaling Responds to Markle, Trump & Doge, plus a Kraft's Mayoral Campaign Blunder, Gavin Newsom Goes Right, Game Time and more!#GeneHackman #MeghanMarkle #MindyKalingGet more AoA and become a member to get exclusive access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOfx0OFE-uMTmJXGPpP7elQ/joinGet Erin C's book here: https://amzn.to/3ITDoO7Get Merch here - https://bit.ly/AnthonyMerchSubscribe to the Anthony On Air Podcast here:Facebook - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirFBYouTube - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirYTApple Podcast - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirAppleGoogle Podcast - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirGooSpotify - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirSpotStitcher - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirStiOvercast - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirOvTwitter - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirTwitterInstagram - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirInstaTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@anthonyradioDiscord - https://discord.gg/78V469aV22Get more at https://www.AnthonyOnAir.com

Megyn Kelly is joined by The Daily Mail's Maureen Callahan to discuss cringe-worthy moments from Meghan Markle's new Netflix show “With Love," the uncomfortable dynamic in the show with Mindy Kaling and other pretend friends, her absurdly-curated fake home, her failed attempts to appear relatable, the hypocrisy of celebrity culture, Meghan's bizarre attempts at hospitality, the insincerity of Meghan's performance of domestic activity, how the show is tailored to the 1%, her strange handwriting habits, the way she fishes for compliments from her guests, her attempts to portray herself as a working mom in People magazine profile, her totally out-of-touch Drew Barrymore Show appearance, the bizarre and dark new reality show from Alec and Hilaria Baldwin, her fake Spanish identity, the tension between the couple, the attempt to use the show to rehabilitate Alec's image after the set shooting, the truth about adult friendships, the latest on the growing speculation about The Obamas' potential separation and divorce, Barack's recent public outings without Michelle, and more.Callahan- https://www.instagram.com/maureen_callahan_writer/120Life: Go to https://120Life.com and use code MK to save 15%Done with Debt: https://www.DoneWithDebt.com/Republican Red Winery: Go to https://RepublicanRed.com and use code MEGYN for an additional $5 off your orderBeam: Visit https://ShopBeam.com/MEGYN and use code MEGYN at checkout for 40% offFollow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKellyTwitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShowInstagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShowFacebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow Find out more information at: https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow

This week, Jordana and Sami compare notes on their best and worst moments from Sunday's Academy Awards, including Cynthia and Ariana's Wicked performance, Kieran Culkin and Adrian Brody's speeches, and agism in the Best Actor vs. Best Actress categories. Then, they give their honest review of the first two episodes of Meghan Markle/Sussex's new Netflix show, With Love, Meghan, and cover everything from local bee keeping, to awkwardly correcting Mindy Kaling, and whether this show actually helps us understand who the real Meghan is. Finally, they wrap with some quick-fire pop culture updates featuring Mason Disick, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner, and the late Gene Hackman. Our joint Betches of the week are Cynthia Erivo for her amazing live rendition of "Defying Gravity," and Mikey Madison for her Oscar victory. Meghan and Adrien Brody are both getting sent to the Caymans as punishment for simply being annoying. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Pop Culture Thursday on the JTrain Podcast, and Jared Freid is here to sift through the headlines so you don't have to. This week, we're unpacking the latest celebrity chaos: Meghan Markle correcting Mindy Kaling's take on royal life, Jane Fonda literally fighting a bear (because of course she did), and whether Lure Fishbar still holds its crown as the ultimate NYC date spot. Jared dives into why certain restaurants scream "situationship" energy, the absurdity of Hollywood PR spins, and what your go-to cocktail says about your dating style. With plenty of laughs, sharp observations, and a sprinkle of luxury lounge judgment, this episode is your perfect pop culture escape.Support the podcast by supporting our sponsors!Support the show and get free salads for 2 months & 50% off yourfirst Green Chef box. Use the code JTRAINFREE at https://www.greenchef.com/JTRAINFREE

After Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett sparked outrage from some of Pres. Trump's supporters for siding with liberals against the president's bid to freeze $2 billion in foreign aid, the co-hosts weigh in. Then, after a group of friends disagree on politics in the latest episode of "The White Lotus," the co-hosts weigh in. Mindy Kaling discusses hitting the red carpet at the Oscars, becoming the first South Asian woman to get a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the real life story behind her new series, "Running Point." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A closer look at the weight-loss drug price wars and what that means for consumers. Also, Mindy Kaling joins to discuss her new show, ‘Running Point,' receiving her Hollywood Walk of Fame star, and ‘Legally Blonde 3.' Plus, our Shop TODAY team shares a few discounted products to help you get a head start on spring cleaning. And author and culinary expert Suzy Karadsheh shares a delicious recipe for baklava pistachio cheesecake.

In this episode, we're playing a high-stakes game of Smash or Pass with the latest pop culture offerings. Join us as we debate if anyone needed a Shrek 5, whether the controversy surrounding Bhad Bhadie and Alabama Barker even qualifies as a beef, and decide how we feel about the new floodlighting trend and the new season of White Lotus. Plus, Knox schools Jamie on the ‘Montoya, por favor!' hype.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/597Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcast or Spotify!Smash or Pass: Shrek 5 Trailer | Beef Alert | Floodlighting | Tate McRae | White Lotus S3Asides: Montoya, por favor! (see also: Spotify)Red Light Mentions: Airports (exhibit A, exhibit B) | Prior judgement of Running Point (aside: also: Mindy Kaling and BJ Novak) Green lights:Jamie: book - We Should All Be Feminist by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie | documentary - 20 Days in MariupolKnox: book - Lorne: The Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live by Susan MorrisonBonus segment: Join our new Patreon tier to listen ad-free and get exclusive weekly and monthly content. Episode sponsors: Boll & Branch | QuinceSee all our sponsors at knoxandjamie.com/sponsors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Candle-making, flower sprinkles, bee voices and that damned jam we've been waiting for. With Love, Meghan is officially out (and no, Holly can't contain her excitement. We share our honest thoughts on Meghan Markle's (or should we say Meghan Sussex's?) brand-new Netflix home. Plus, a high school has banned mirrors in the kids’ bathrooms. We discuss whether or not that ban should be extended... to the world. And, there’s a cloud hanging over the latest season of Married At First Sight and it’s in the shape of domestic violence. We discuss the ethics of what's going down in front of the camera as well as what's happening behind the scenes of Australia's most watched show. Support independent women's media Get your tickets to the Mamamia Out Loud Live 2025 All or Nothing Tour Presented By Nivea Cellular Resources:If you or someone you know is in need of support contact help is available: Lifeline 13 11 14 1800RESPECT 1800 737 732 What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: We've Got Some Feedback For The Oscars Listen: The Spectacle Of Zelenskyy & Oscars' Outcasts Listen: The New Things People Are Saying During Sex Listen: The Wicked Divorce In Superficial Detail Listen: The Money Pushover & A Woman Named Karen Listen: Ugly Female Friendships & A New Red Carpet Theory Listen: We're Desperate To Talk About 'The White Lotus' Season 3 Listen: The Sibling Estrangement Story We Can't Stop Thinking About Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts The End Bits: Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place. ENTER SUBSCRIBER GIVEAWAYS: Use code MMOLCRUISE for 20% off a yearly subscription. Mamamia wants to hear from you! Complete our survey to go in the running to win one of four $50 gift vouchers. What To Read: Read: Everything you need to know about the Mamamia Out Loud ALL OR NOTHING TOUR coming May 2025 Read: The 13 things you definitely missed in With Love, Meghan. Read: Meghan and Harry left the royal family for their kids. This is Archie and Lilibet's life now. Read: The 50 celebrities who got Meghan Markle's exclusive jam. Read: Meghan Markle's new era screams 'tradwife'. The truth is very different. Read: Mamamia recaps MAFS: Battle lines have been drawn. Read: The one scene we didn't see during the MAFS couples' retreat, according to Jacqui. Read: The details that prove whether Rhi and Jeff from MAFS are still together. Read: Mamamia recaps MAFS: It's time for some girl-on-girl crime. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Jessie Stephens & Mia Freedman Special Guest: Tina Burke Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Producer: Leah Porges Video Producer: Josh Green Junior Content Producers: Coco Lavigne & Tessa Kotowicz Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meghan and Miranda both share their stories of bizarre midnight occurrences that happened the night before the show, but that doesn't stop them from commenting on Meghan Markle's latest venture. They get into the weird interaction on 'With Love, Meghan' where the former royal snapped at Mindy Kaling for getting her name wrong. Then, they're joined by comedian Josh Wolf and talk about how much influence comedy has on our society, including politics. They also discuss how no jokes are off limits... as long as they're funny!

WE'RE BACK and we're discussing the new Netflix show “Running Point,” created by Mindy Kaling and starring Kate Hudson—and several of our other favorite TV besties.

Just when you thought Oscars week was over, we need to hit you with the best and most questionable looks from the after parties, because some interesting choices were made.Plus, this week Kourtney Kardashian issued a very odd statement about a rumour that has been circulating around her famous family, and we’ve pinpointed exactly how the story took off.And Meghan Markle’s new Netflix show has finally dropped on Netflix and yes, we have watched every episode. So now we have to talk about the one moment that felt wildly out of place (and justice for Mindy Kaling).THE END BITSThe Spill podcast is on Instagram here. Listen:The Best, Worst And Most Scandalous Moments From The Oscars Red CarpetEm Vernem is co-hosting a new Mamamia podcast. BIZ is rewriting the rules of work with no zero generic advice - just real strategies from women who've actually been there. Listen here.Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter by clicking here. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH:Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! WANT MORE?If you’re looking for something else to listen to why not check out our hilarious and seriously unhelpful podcast The Baby Bubble hosted by Clare and Jessie Stephens.Or click here to listen to the hosts of Mamamia Out Loud open up about creativity and how they stay inspired. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik & Em VernemExecutive Producer: Kimberley Braddish Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ricki is absolutely fuming after watching Meghan Markle's new Netflix special With Love, Meghan. We dive deep into all the moments that left Ricki rolling her eyes — from the awkward interviews to that cringeworthy moment when Mindy Kaling calls her Meghan Markle, and Meghan corrects her by saying she's "Sussex." Seriously? Buckle up for a no-holds-barred breakdown of the most baffling royal rebrand attempt ever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We kicked off the show with a sweet surprise — the Dutch breakfast classic 'Hagelslag.' Turns out, 750,000 buttered bread and chocolate sprinkle sandwiches are devoured daily in the Netherlands. Honestly, who needs avocado toast? Then, we unpacked the latest from Australian Idol before diving into the Glossys. Ariana Grande's already tipped for an Oscar nod in 2026 for Wicked: Part II, Chris Hemsworth is owning Byron Bay's 'Cyclone Swell,' and Take That got a shoutout at the Oscars for their track 'The Greatest Day.' Of course, Ricki-Lee went rogue about Meghan Markle's Netflix special With Love, Meghan — the bit where she insists on being called 'Sussex' by Mindy Kaling sent Ricki through the roof. And finally, things got heated with the Spelling Bee game — Joel reckons it's rigged, but we reckon it's just hilarious. What a ride!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mindy Kaling (Running Point, The Mindy Project, Never Have I Ever) is an Emmy-nominated writer, actor, and producer. Mindy joins the Armchair Expert to discuss how she is the only the second person Dax has ever worn a suit for, relate over the sexiness and status marker of a good yard, and ask whether one can be Indian on the west side of LA. Mindy and Dax talk about her parents coming from two different parts of India and their meet cute in Africa, how every show she makes has a slow motion shot of a shirtless man's torso, and why accidentally breaking her costar's nose during a play taught her the true meaning of ‘the show must go on.' Mindy explains how Reese Witherspoon convinced her not to wait to have kids, developing the assumption that she wouldn't be truly great in anything unless she wrote it herself, and how her relationship with her mother has actually continued since her passing.Follow Armchair Expert on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch new content on YouTube or listen to Armchair Expert early and ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/armchair-expert-with-dax-shepard/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of February 28, 2025.  Ed Harris is central to our two theatrical releases this weekend, in “My Dead Friend Zoe,” which tells the story of a military veteran struggling to deal with her PTSD, and "Riff Raff", a mixed family's New Year's is upended when the father's ex-wife and son show up being chased by hit men. On streaming, Andy really enjoyed “House of David" on Amazon Prime Video. It was a pleasant surprise in that it is faithful to the source material while still managing to tell a dramatic story that doesn't go over the top. Netlfix has a new comedy series by Mindy Kaling called “Running Point" that also has some funny moments but is much more a family dramedy than a sports comedy. The brains behind Fan Effect are connoisseurs of categories surpassing nerdy with a goal to publish a weekly "What to Watch on the Weekend" minisode taken from KSL-TV's Friday segment, and two deep-dives a month on shows, creative works, artists, local events, and other fandom topics.  Based in the beautiful beehive state, Fan Effect celebrates Utah's unique fan culture as it has been declared The Nerdiest State in America by TIME, and is hosted by KSL Movie Show's Andy Farnsworth and KSL Podcasts' KellieAnn Halvorsen.  Listen regularly on your favorite platform, at kslnewsradio.com, or on the KSLNewsRadio App. Join the conversation on Facebook @FanEffectShow, or Instagram @FanEffectShow. Fan Effect is sponsored by Megaplex Theatres, Utah's premiere movie entertainment company.

Kate Hudson's comedic turn in How To Lose A Guy in 10 Days made that movie one of the greatest romantic comedies of the noughties, and her performances in everything from Bride Wars to Glass Onion have each been totally scene-stealing. This month, she stars in Running Point, a new Netflix comedy from Mindy Kaling, and she has just released her first album, Glorious. Her failures are open, honest and so very wise. Have something to share of your own? I'd love to hear from you! Click here to get in touch: howtofailpod.com Production & Post Production Coordinator: Eric Ryan Studio and Mix Engineer: Gulliver Lawrence-Tickell Producer: Hannah Talbot Executive Producer: Carly Maile Head of Marketing: Kieran Lancini How to Fail is an Elizabeth Day and Sony Music Entertainment Production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yes, it's just me, the solo episode you've been begging to have! Blake Lively says she's got two other actresses from “It Ends With Us” who said Justin Baldoni was inappropriate with them. Was it wrong for Ryan Reynolds to speak at the SNL 50th Anniversary show? I explain why A$AP Rocky was found not guilty and how Rihanna's presence was interpreted. Zach Bryan got in trouble again. Wendy Williams is free again and let's keep it that way. Meghan Markle rebranded …again. Britney Spears is upset with her photo. Selena Gomez likes cheese and Zoë Saldaña made sure to thank her makeup artist. Bianca is finally divorcing Kanye. On RHOBH, does Sutton have a drinking problem and did Boz create a pregnancy storyline? Gabby Petito's documentary on Netflix is every parent's worst nightmare. Mindy Kaling got a star on the Walk of Fame. So many opinions and laughs, by me! Enjoy! • Get 20% off your first order, plus free shipping, at https://MeUndies.com/juicyscoop, enter promo code juicyscoop   • Find exactly what you're booking for on https://Booking.com ,Booking.yeah! Stand Up Tickets and info: https://heathermcdonald.net/ Subscribe to Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald on iTunes, the podcast app, and get extra juice on Patreon: https://bit.ly/JuicyScoopPodApple  https://www.patreon.com/juicyscoop  Shop Juicy Scoop Merch: https://juicyscoopshop.com  Follow Me on Social Media: Instagram: https://www/instagram.com/heathermcdonald  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathermcdonald  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest: Alex Stone on the growing number of school districts and states are coming up with rules and laws banning cell phones during the school day.  LAUSD, the second largest district in the country with around 785 schools and nearly 500,000 students, are now implementing its cell phone ban. // Delta plane crash survivor details his experience from the accident in Toronto. // Paul Pelosi has a kidney transplant, thanks to his daughter. // Residents physically blocking debris trucks this morning in Calabasas landfill/ The Office star, Mindy Kaling who plays Kelly Kapoor gets star on Hollywood Walk of Fame/ Grocery Outlet in Altadena to reopen for first time since Eaton Fire. 

Katey Denno is a veteran celebrity makeup artist who has been putting “clean makeup” to the test on set and on the red carpet for A-listers like Olivia Wilde, Mindy Kaling and model Quannah ChasingHorse for her entire career. Her signature look? Fresh, modern and absolutely timeless.Today, we're getting Katey's makeup lessons on how-to look like the best version of yourself, with specific makeup recommendations straight from the cosmetics kit she brought into the studio.You'll learn about:The “clean beauty” musts that are always in Katey's makeup bag for any red carpet occasion The majorly pigmented “clean” makeup brand that you'd swear was pinched from a special FX shopMakeup Basics 101: How-to choose the right foundation for your skin typeBuh bye “boyfriend blush,” “W Blush,” and every other TikTok blush trend. Here's how-to master blush placement for real lifeHow to avoid eye makeup transferring, no matter what your lid shapeSubscribe and watch this episode on our YouTube channel Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter. Join our private Facebook group, or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. Sign up for our newsletter For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/ Related episodes like this: 15 Ideas Guaranteed to Level Up Your Makeup Routine with Sofia Richie Grainge's Makeup Artist Pati DubroffMakeup Artist Violette Serrat Spills All of Her Beauty SecretsThe Best New Foundations With Red Carpet Makeup Artist Mélanie InglessisPROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! Deinde DEINDE is a clean clinical skincare brand powered by biotech, to support skin health and longevity. DEINDE's offering 15% off to Breaking Beauty listeners at DEINDE.com from using code BEAUTYLumeControl Body Odor ANYWHERE with Lume Deodorant and get 15% off with promo code BEAUTY at Lumedeodorant.com! Use code BEAUTY for 15% off your first purchase at lumedeodorant.com. NutrafolStart your hair growth journey with Nutrafol. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month's subscription with free shipping when you go to nutrafol.com and enter the promo code BREAKING.QuinceGive yourself the luxury you deserve with Quince. Go to quince.com/beauty to get free shipping on your order with 365-day returns.*Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.* Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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New evidence suggests that power lines operated by SoCal Edison were live and sparking new fires in Altadena days after the Eaton fire started. L.A. city leaders vote today on extending eviction protections to people who lost income during the wildfires. Emmy-nominated actress-producer Mindy Kaling gets her star Hollywood Star. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

We wrap up season one of The Office with Hot Girl, co-starring Amy Adams and written by Mindy Kaling. Jenna and Angela share an Amy Adams story that may involve Meryl Streep, and is Jenna an international poker champion? Later the ladies explore the disappearing - reappearing E.T. on Jim's desk and answer some burning fan questions about this episode. Check out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies  Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestion  Follow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPod Episode Transcript To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices